Dometic 9100 Power Patio Awning_Hardware_FRTA Installation guide

Brand: Dometic

Model: 9100 Power Patio Awning_Hardware_FRTA

Type: Installation guide

AWNINGS

POWER PATIO AWNING HARDWARE

WARNING

Cancer and Reproductive Harm

Hardware

8952XX1.4X0#(L) Basement

8952XX2.4X0#(L) Standard

8952XX3.4X0#(L) Reduced Pitch

FRTA

Fabric Roller Tube Assembly

91XXXYY.XXX#(L)

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Installation Manual .....................2

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Contents 9100 Power Patio Awning

1 Explanation of Symbols and Safety

Instructions ............................ 2

1.1 Recognize Safety Information .............2

1.2 Understand Signal Words ................2

1.3 Supplemental Directives .................3

1.4 General Safety Messages ................3

2 Intended Use ........................... 3

3 General Information ..................... 3

3.1 Tools and Materials .....................4

4 Specifications .......................... 4

4.1 Back Channel Hardware Dimensions ......4

4.2 Door Clearance ........................5

5 Preinstallation .......................... 5

5.1 Installing the Door Roller and Edge Guard

(Optional) .............................5

5.2 Preparing the Awning Rail ................6

5.3 Determining the Awning Location .........7

6 Installation ............................. 8

6.1 Installing the Electrical Kits ...............8

6.2 Installing the Awning ....................9

6.3 Attaching the Back Channels ............ 11

6.4 Wiring the Electrical Connections to the

Awning ..............................13

6.5 Completing the Back Channel Installation ..13

6.6 Installing the Bumper Kit ...............14

6.7 Securing the Awning Fabric to the Awning Rail

7 Disposal .............................. 15

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY ............. 15

Contents

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Please read these instructions carefully and follow all instructions,

guidelines, and warnings included in this product manual in order to

ensure that you install, use, and maintain the product properly at all

times. These instructions MUST stay with this product.

By using the product, you hereby conﬁrm that you have read

all instructions, guidelines, and warnings carefully and that you

understand and agree to abide by the terms and conditions as set

forth herein. You agree to use this product only for the intended

purpose and application and in accordance with the instructions,

guidelines, and warnings as set forth in this product manual as well

as in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. A failure

to read and follow the instructions and warnings set forth herein may

result in an injury to yourself and others, damage to your product,

or damage to other property in the vicinity. This product manual,

including the instructions, guidelines, and warnings, and related

documentation, may be subject to changes and updates. For up-to-

date product information, please visit www.dometic.com.

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1 Explanation of Symbols and

Safety Instructions

This manual has safety information and instructions to help

you eliminate or reduce the risk of accidents and injuries.

1.1 Recognize Safety Information

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert

you to potential physical injury hazards. Obey all

safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid

possible injury or death.

1.2 Understand Signal Words

A signal word will identify safety messages and property

damage messages, and also will indicate the degree or

level of hazard seriousness.

WARNING

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided,

could result in minor or moderate injury.

9100 Power Patio Awning Intended Use

NOTICE: Used to address practices not related to

physical injury.

IIndicates additional information that is not related

to physical injury.

1.3 Supplemental Directives

To reduce the risk of accidents and injuries, please

observe the following directives before proceeding to

install this product:

• Read and follow all safety information and

instructions.

• Read and understand these instructions before

installing this product.

• The installation must comply with all applicable local

or national codes, including the latest edition of the

following standards:

U.S.A.

ANSI/NFPA70, National Electrical Code (NEC)

ANSI/NFPA1192, Recreational Vehicles Code

Canada

CSA C22.1, Parts l & ll, Canadian Electrical Code

CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicles

1.4 General Safety Messages

WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, AND/

OR EXPLOSION HAZARD. Failure to obey the

following warnings could result in death or

serious injury:

• Use care when diagnosing and/or adjusting

components on a powered unit.

• Use only Dometic replacement parts and

components that are speciﬁcally approved for use

with the appliance.

• Avoid improper installation, adjustment, alterations,

service, or maintenance of the appliance. Service and

maintenance must be done by a qualiﬁed service

person only.

• Do not modify this product in any way. Modiﬁcation

can be extremely hazardous.

2 Intended Use

The Power Patio Awning (hereinaer referred to as

awning) is intended to provide shade when installed on

a Recreational Vehicle (RV). This awning is only suitable

for the intended purpose and application in accordance

with these instructions.

This manual provides information that is necessary for

the proper installation of the awning. Poor installation

and/or improper operating or maintenance will result in

unsatisfactory performance and a possible failure. The

manufacturer accepts no liability for any injury or damage

to the product resulting from:

• Incorrect assembly or connection, including excess

voltage

• Incorrect maintenance or use of spare parts

other than original spare parts provided by the

manufacturer

• Alterations to the product without express permission

from the manufacturer

• Use for purposes other than those described in this

manual

Dometic reserves the right to change product

appearance and product speciﬁcations.

3 General Information

This section describes the tools and materials needed to

install the awning and its components.

IThe images used in this document are for reference

purposes only. Components and component

locations may vary according to speciﬁc product

models. Measurements may vary ±0.38 in. (10 mm).

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3.1 Tools and Materials

Dometic recommends that the following tools and

materials be used while installing the appliance.

Included Parts Quantity

1/4-20 x 3/4 in. Hex Head Screw 2

1/4 in. Split Lock Washer 2

#14-10 x 1-1/2 in. Hex Head Screw 8

#6-20 x 7/16 in. Self-Drilling Hex Head Washer

Screw

Optional Parts and Kits Reference Number

Awning Switch Kit 3310455.062

Back Channel Spacer Kit 3312853.025(#)

Bumper Kit* 3310777.000

Cradle Kit* 930065(#)

Door Roller Kit 830304

Door Roller Kits (50 Pack) 830304.003

Ignition/Safety Interlock Kit 3313283.00

LED Light Switch Kit Installer Supplied

Torsion Crank Assembly 3308334.006U

*Awnings longer than 21  require the installation of a cradle kit and bumper kit.

Recommended Tools

Drill Sealant

Flat-Bladed Screwdriver Wrench or Hex Nut Driver/Bit

Metal File

4 Speciﬁcations

This section provides the speciﬁcations for the back

channel hardware dimensions and the clearance

between the awning and the RV door.

4.1 Back Channel Hardware

Dimensions

The wiring harness location may be at the top or bottom

depending on the awning model.

1 Back Channel Hardware Dimensions

q Top Wiring Harness

Notch

w Bottom Wiring

Harness Hole

8952XX1.400#(L) 8952XX2.400#(L) 8952XX3.400#(L)

A62.8 in. (160 cm) 66.3 in. (161 cm) 66.3 in. (161 cm)

B62.1 in. (158 cm) 65.6 in. (166 cm) 65.6 in. (166 cm)

C60.1 in. (153 cm) 63.6 in. (162 cm) 63.6 in. (162 cm)

D60.8 in. (154 cm) 64.3 in. (163 cm) 64.3 in. (163 cm)

E61.5 in. (156 cm) 65.0 in. (165 cm) 65.0 in. (165 cm)

F33.0 in. (84 cm)

G39.0 in. (99 cm)

H0.4 in. (10 mm)

J0.3 in. (8 mm)

K0.6 in. (15 mm)

L0.8 in. (20 mm)

M1.5 in. (38 mm)

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4.2 Door Clearance

Consider the location of doors, windows, lights, trim,

slideouts, etc. when determining the length and position

of the awning so as not to obstruct the operation or

block any of these components.

2 Determining Minimum Distance

q Minimum Distance Between the Awning Rail and

the Entry Door

IWhen the entry door is towards the center of

the awning, add 2 in. (51 mm) to the minimum

distance.

Model Minimum Distance

8952XX1.400#(L) 12 in. (305 mm)

8952XX2.400#(L) 7 in. (178 mm)

8952XX3.400#(L) 6 in. (152 mm)

8952XY1.400#(L)* 13 in. (330 mm)

8952XY2.400#(L)* 8 in. (203 mm)

8952XY3.400#(L)* 7 in. (178 mm)

*Replace “Y” with 2 or 3.

5 Preinstallation

NOTICE: Do not allow the corner of the entry door to

contact the awning fabric. Otherwise, premature wear

or tearing of the awning fabric could occur. If there is the

potential for a squared corner entry door to contact the

awning fabric, a door roller kit must be installed. See

“Optional Parts and Kits” on page4.

IRounded corner doors may not require a door

roller kit if there is no potential for damage to the

awning fabric.

This section provides information on preparing the

awning hardware prior to awning installation.

5.1 Installing the Door Roller and

Edge Guard (Optional)

3 Positioning the Door Roller

q Position Above Door e Outer Entry Door

w Door Roller

1. Position the door roller on the upper corner of the

outer entry door, opposite the hinge, and

0.3– 0.4 in. (8–10 mm) above the door edge.

2. Drill two pilot holes.

3. Insert and tighten the mounting screws.

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4 Clipping the Door Edge Guard

q Door Edge Guard w Inner Screen Door

4. Clip the door edge guard onto the upper corner of

the inner screen door, opposite the hinge.

5.2 Preparing the Awning Rail

NOTICE: Make sure the awning rail is parallel to the

RV ﬂoor, and is not warped or curved before installing

the awning fabric. If the awning rail is not straight, the

awning fabric may wrinkle or stretch.

5 Figure Caption

q Before e Aer

w Typical Awnings: Top

and Bottom Flare

r LED Awnings: Top

Flare Only

1. Select the desired awning rail end (on the RV) into

which awning fabric will be inserted.

2. Flare (widen) that end of rail with a ﬂat-bladed

screwdriver.

IIf the awning is equipped with LED lights, only

ﬂare the top of awning rail opening.

3. Use a metal ﬁle to remove any sharp edges.

5.2.1 Preparing the Awning Hardware

WARNING: IMPACT, PINCH, AND/OR CRUSH

HAZARD. Failure to obey the following

warnings could result in death or serious

injury:

• Do not remove the ties wrapped around each arm

assembly until the top casting is secured to the front

channel, the awning fabric is attached to the awning

rail, and the arm assembly is mounted to the RV. Arm

assemblies are under tension from the gas strut.

Removing these ties could allow the arms to extend

quickly and unexpectedly.

• Do not set the top casting behind the tongue. The

awning roller assembly is not properly restrained and

could become separated.

• Do not remove the cotter pin from the torsion

rod (at the end cap) until both of the top castings

are secured to the corresponding front channels.

Otherwise, rapid casting spin oﬀ will occur. Spring

tension will attempt to spin the hardware and/or

fabric roller tube quickly and unexpectedly.

IThe right hand arm assembly (front channel) is

pre-wired for the awning motor.

1. Carefully lay the fabric roller tube assembly (FRTA) on

a clean, well padded V-shaped trough (or other well

protected surface) to prevent fabric damage.

6 Positioning the Top Casting

q Groove e Main Arm

w Tongue r Top Casting

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7 Correctly Positioned Tongue in Groove

q Groove w Tongue

2. Position the right-hand top casting in the main arm

and slide the groove over the tongue.

IThe groove in the top casting must slide over

the tongue in the main arm.

8 Securing the Right-Hand Front Channel

q Front Channel t FRTA

w 1/4 in. Split Lock

Washer

y Top Mounting

Bracket

e 1/4-20 x 3/4 in. Hex

Head Screw

u Back Channel

r Top Casting

3. Secure the right-hand top front channel to the right-

hand top casting with the screw and washer.

4. Position the le-hand top casting in the main arm and

slide the groove over the tongue. See Figure 6.

IThe groove in the top casting must slide over

the tongue in the main arm.

9 Securing the Le-Hand Front Channel

q Top Casting r Cotter Pin

w Le-Hand End Cap t Screw

e FRTA y Front Channel

5. Secure the le-hand top front channel to the le-

hand top casting with the screw and washer.

6. Straighten the bent end of cotter pin.

7. Rotate the fabric roller tube (as if unrolling the

awning) by pulling bottom of the FRTA toward you.

IThis will reduce pressure on cotter pin for easier

removal.

8. While holding the FRTA, pull the cotter pin out and

discard.

IRemoving the cotter pin will release the factory

preset torsion (spring) tension.

5.3 Determining the Awning

Location

WARNING: IMPACT AND/OR CRUSH

HAZARD.

Verify that the mounting surface on the RV is ﬂat,

that it has solid structural backing where the

fasteners penetrate the surface, and that it will safely

and securely support the awning. Otherwise, the

awning may become unstable and could detach,

bend, or collapse. Failure to obey this warning

could result in death or serious injury.

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Consider the following when selecting the mounting

awning mounting location:

• Select a solid structure in the RV wall for the support

of the top mounting brackets and back channels.

• Allow enough clearance between the entry door

and fabric, or slideout and fabric, to allow for awning

pitch (slope). See “Door Clearance” on page5.

• Avoid locations that would interfere with the

entry door swing when the awning is completely

extended.

• Make sure the arm assemblies do not restrict the use

of doors, windows, slideouts, etc.

• If installing the awning over windows, use a back

channel spacer kit. See “Optional Parts and Kits” on

page4.

6 Installation

WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK, FIRE, AND/

OR EXPLOSION HAZARD. Failure to obey the

following warnings could result in death or

serious injury:

• Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+) 12

VDC terminal from the supply battery before drilling

or cutting into the RV.

• Make sure there are no obstacles such as wires or

pipes inside the RV’s walls.

• Do not pinch the wiring or allow the wiring to rub

against sharp edges. If the wiring is damaged, it

must be replaced by a qualiﬁed service technician.

NOTICE: Always seal the wiring against weather and

moisture where the wiring enters the RV walls, roof, or

ﬂoor. Otherwise, water leakage could occur.

This section describes how to install the electrical

switches awning.

6.1 Installing the Electrical Kits

This section provides important supplemental

information for installing electrical kits. For complete

information, refer to the installation instructions included

with the kits.

6.1.1 Installing a Wired Awning Switch

1. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

2. Choose an installation location for the awning switch

where it will not be exposed to weather, extreme

temperatures, or long hours in direct sunlight.

3. Install a 15 A fuse at the fuse panel for the positive (+)

12 VDC power supply ( RED wire) to the switch.

4. Route the wiring inside the RV to the general location

where the connections to the awning hardware

will be made. Allow enough wiring length to pass

through the outside RV wall. See “Back Channel

Hardware Dimensions” on page4.

5. Follow the instructions included with the awning

switch kit to complete the installation.

6.1.2 Installing an Ignition/Safety

Interlock System

WARNING: IMPACT AND/OR CRUSH

HAZARD.

Do not install the awning in a motor home without

also installing an ignition/safety interlock system.

Otherwise, accidental operation during transit

could occur. Failure to obey this warning could

result in death or serious injury.

IThe ignition interlock must break the circuit (cut

power) to the awning when the ignition is on.

1. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

2. Install a 5A fuse at the fuse panel for the positive (+)

12 VDC ignition control (PINK wire) to the ignition

interlock.

3. Follow the instructions included with the ignition/

safety interlock kit to complete the installation.

6.1.3 Installing a LED Light Switch

A LED light switch is only required for awning models

equipped with a LED light strip.

1. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

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2. Choose an installation location for the LED light

switch where it will not be exposed to weather,

extreme temperatures, or long hours in direct

sunlight.

3. Perform one of the following fuse installations.

– Install a 5A fuse at the fuse panel for the positive

(+) 12 VDC power supply (RED wire) to the LED

light switch.

– Install a 5A in-line fuse between the positive (+)

12VDC power supply (RED wire) and the LED light

switch.

4. Route the wiring inside the RV to the general location

where the connections to the awning hardware

will be made. Allow enough wiring length to pass

through the outside RV wall. See “Back Channel

Hardware Dimensions” on page4.

5. Follow the instructions included with the LED light

switch kit to complete the installation.

6.2 Installing the Awning

WARNING: IMPACT AND/OR CRUSH

HAZARD.

This awning should be installed in a controlled

environment (inside). Do not install the awning

during windy conditions, or when wind is

expected. Otherwise, the awning could move

unpredictably, become unstable, and could

detach, bend, or collapse. Failure to obey this

warning could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE: Always use sealant on clean parts and surfaces

where fasteners enter the RV walls, roof, and ﬂoor.

Otherwise, leakage could occur.

IInstall the back channels on a ﬂat surface, level,

and keep parallel with each other to ensure correct

function and appearance.

6.2.1 Inserting the Awning Fabric into

the Awning Rail

WARNING: IMPACT AND/OR CRUSH

HAZARD.

Do not remove the LED rail from the awning fabric

(if equipped). Otherwise, the awning fabric could

separate from the awning rail on the RV and cause

the awning to extend quickly or detach, bend, or

collapse. Failure to obey this warning could result in

death or serious injury.

CAUTION: LIFTING HAZARD.

Use proper liing technique and control when

liing the awning. Failure to obey this caution could

result in injury.

NOTICE: Keep both arm assemblies parallel to each

other to avoid twisting.

IIf the LED light strip is not desired, the standard

awning fabric must be used. Otherwise, you may

remove the LED light strip from the LED rail, and

leave the empty LED rail on the fabric rope.

1. Unfurl the awning fabric one revolution.

IDo not unfurl more than one revolution of

fabric, as this could cause issues with awning

closing and opening correctly. Unfurling one

revolution will allow enough space between the

RV wall and the awning hardware to guide the

awning fabric into the awning rail.

2. Insert the awning fabric (with the awning roller cover,

if equipped) into the awning rail.

IA stepladder may be necessary to reach the

awning rail.

10 Positioning the Arm Assemblies

q Arm Assembly e FRTA

w Awning Rail

3. With one person grasping each arm assembly,

carefully li the entire awning assembly upright, then

carry the awning to the prepared (ﬂared) awning rail

end.

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IAt least two other people are required to hold

and control the awning hardware until the

top mounting brackets and back channels are

correctly installed.

4. While one person guides the awning fabric (with the

awning roller cover, if equipped) into the awning rail,

carefully move (carry) the awning hardware assembly

to the desired location.

6.2.2 Attaching the Top Mounting

Brackets/Arm Assemblies

WARNING: IMPACT AND/OR PINCH HAZARD.

Arm assemblies are under tension from the gas strut.

Hold the arm assemblies and the FRTA securely

before removing ties. Otherwise, the arms will

extend quickly and unexpectedly. Failure to obey this

warning could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE: Control the arm assemblies while installing the

brackets. When the weight of the FRTA is not supported,

downward force could cause the arm assemblies to

swing sideways and damage the RV.

11 Attaching the Arm Assemblies

q Arm Assembly e FRTA

w Top Mounting Bracket

Hole

r Awning Rail

IThe motorized arm assembly is always installed at

the right-hand side of awning.

1. When the awning is at the installation location,

position the top mounting brackets (with the arm

assemblies attached) directly under and parallel to

the awning rail.

ISome awning rails have a wide drip channel

to catch water as it runs oﬀ the RV roof. If the

awning rail is too wide, it may be necessary to

lower the position of the top mounting brackets

to avoid interference with the FRTA.

2. While holding the arm assemblies securely in place,

mark the top mounting bracket hole locations.

3. Determine the location of the wiring harness hole

on your model. See “Back Channel Hardware

Dimensions” on page4.

IThe back channel will either have a notch at the

top, or a hole near the bottom for wiring to pass

through the RV wall.

– If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at top

of the back channel, mark the wiring hole (notch)

location.

– If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at the

bottom of the back channel, go to the next step.

4. Carefully move the arm assemblies out of the way to

expose the marked mounting hole locations.

5. Drill 3/16 in. diameter holes through the marked

mounting hole locations and into the solid structure

of the RV.

IDrill 7/32 in. diameter holes if drilling into steel.

6. If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at the

bottom of the right-hand back channel, drill a 5/8 in.

diameter hole at the marked top wiring hole location

and through the outside wall of RV.

12 Securing the Outer Arm Assembly Mounts

q Top Mounting

Bracket

e #14-10x1-1/2 in. Hex

Head Screw

w Awning Rail r Le-hand End Cap

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7. With the arm assembly completely closed, place the

top mounting brackets against the wall and align the

mounting holes to the pre-drilled holes in the RV.

8. Apply sealant to the screw threads.

9. Secure the screw sthrough the outside (top)

mounting holes and into the solid structure of RV.

IMake sure the arm assemblies are completely

closed before tightening the outside screws.

Closed arm assemblies will help in the overall

alignment of the awning.

10. While holding the arm assembly (front channel)

and FRTA securely, carefully remove the nylon ties

(and tape if applicable) around the front and back

channels.

11. Allow the front channel to open slowly until the

awning fabric is taut.

ISlack from the unfurled fabric will allow the

awning to open approximately 12–18 in.

(305–457 mm).

13 Securing the Inner Arm Assembly Mounts

q Top Mounting

Bracket

e #14-10 x 1-1/2 in.

Hex Head Screw

w Awning Rail r Right-hand End Cap

12. Apply sealant to the screw threads.

13. Secure the screws through the inside (top) mounting

holes and into the solid structure of the RV.

6.3 Attaching the Back Channels

14 Marking the Bottom Mounting Locations

q Center Mounting

Holes: Above the Strut

t Bottom Mounting

Holes

w Center Mounting

Holes: Below the Strut

y Square to the RV

and the FRTA

e Back Channel u FRTA

r Floor Line

IThe motorized arm assembly is always installed at

the right-hand side of awning.

1. Remove the wiring cover from the right-hand back

channel (if applicable). Save it for later re-installation.

2. Square the back channels to the RV and the FRTA.

3. Mark the le- and right-hand bottom mounting

hole locations. See “4.1 Back Channel Hardware

Dimensions” on page4.

IMeasuring from a door or window frame is

acceptable.

4. Determine the location of the wiring harness hole

on your model. See “Back Channel Hardware

Dimensions” on page4.

IThe back channel will either have a notch at the

top, or a hole near the bottom for wiring to pass

through the RV wall.

– If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at

bottom of the back channel, mark the wiring hole

(notch) location.

– If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at the

top of the back channel, go to the next step.

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15 Accessing the Marked Hole Locations

q Marked Hole

Locations

w Right-Hand Arm

Assembly

5. Carefully swing the right-hand arm assembly out of

the way to expose the marked hole locations.

IIf the arm is too stiﬀ to swing aside, loosen the

screw on the inside hole of the top mounting

bracket.

6. Drill 3/16 in. diameter holes through the marked

mounting hole locations and into the solid structure

of the RV.

IDrill 7/32 in. diameter holes if drilling into steel.

7. If the wiring will pass through the RV wall at the

bottom of the right-hand back channel, drill a 5/8in.

diameter hole at the marked bottom wiring hole

location and through the outside wall of RV.

ISkip this step if attaching the le-hand back

channel.

8. Swing the arm assembly back in place, and align its

mounting holes to the pre-drilled holes in the RV.

9. Re-tighten the screw in the inside hole of the top

mounting bracket if it was loosened earlier to swing

the arm assembly aside.

16 Securing the Back Channel

q Bottom Wiring

Harness Hole

e 3/16 x 1 in. Oscar

Rivet

w Back Channel

10. Apply sealant to two Oscar rivets (installer supplied).

11. Insert the Oscar rivets through the bottom two

mounting holes of the back channel and secure to

the solid structure of the RV.

IThe structural backing (with skin) must be

0.4–0.5in. [10–13 mm] thick to accommodate

the Oscar rivets. Alternatively, structural screws

may be used to secure the back channel if the

RV has structural backing that will support at

least 100 lbf/in2 [689 kPa] per screw.

12. Repeat steps 5–11 on the le-hand arm assembly.

17 Securing the Remaining Screws

q Top Mounting

Bracket

w #14-10 x 1-1/2 in.

Hex Head Screw

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13. Apply sealant to the screw threads.

14. Insert and tighten the screws through the remaining

holes of both top mounting brackets and into the

solid structure of the RV.

6.4 Wiring the Electrical

Connections to the Awning

NOTICE: Use grommets when routing wiring through

the RV wall. If grommets are not used, use heat-shrink

tubing where the wiring will pass through the RV

wall and make sure sealant will provide eﬀective and

permanent protection against wire damage.

This section describes how to complete the motor,

hardware, and LED Light connections.

6.4.1 Wiring the Motor Connections

1. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

18 Connecting the Motor and Hardware Wiring

q Right-Hand End Cap e Hardware Wiring

w Motor Wiring

2. Pull the wiring through the wiring hole (and

grommet), and connect to the appropriate wiring

inside the RV. See “6.1 Installing the Electrical Kits”

on page8.

3. Connect the motor wiring to the factory pre-wired

hardware wiring.

4. Secure any slack motor or hardware wiring inside the

front channel to prevent pinched or damaged wiring

during awning operation.

6.4.2 Connecting the LED Light Wiring

1. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

19 Connecting the LED Light Wiring

q LED Connector w Hardware Connector

2. Connect the LED light connector to the hardware

connector.

3. Pull the wiring through the wiring hole (and

grommet).

4. Connect the LED switch wiring to the factory

pre-wired LED light strip (RED or WHITE wire

positive, BLACK wire negative). See “6.1.3 Installing

a LED Light Switch” on page8.

5. Follow the instructions included with the Dometic

LED light switch kit to complete the installation.

6. Secure the wiring to prevent pinching or other

damage during awning operation.

IAllow enough slack in the wiring to safely allow

possible awning fabric movement.

6.5 Completing the Back Channel

Installation

CAUTION: PINCH HAZARD.

Maintain a horizontal distance of at least 16 in.

[406mm] between the fully open awning and any

permanent object. Failure to obey this caution

could result in injury.

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Installation 9100 Power Patio Awning

1. Connect the positive (+) 12 VDC terminal from the

supply battery.

2. Fully retract the awning to verify that the hardware is

nesting correctly.

3. Open the awning to its full extension.

4. Verify the right-hand back channel is still square to

the RV and the FRTA. See Figure 14.

5. Disconnect the positive (+) 12 VDC terminal from the

supply battery.

6. Using either the center mounting holes above or

below the strut as a guide, drill 3/16 in. diameter

holes into the solid structure of the RV. See Figure 14.

IDrill 7/32 in. diameter holes if drilling into steel.

IIf the wiring cover is present, it must be

removed from the right-hand back channel to

access the center mounting holes.

7. Verify the wiring is not caught between the hardware

and the RV wall.

8. Apply sealant to the Oscar rivets.

9. Insert the Oscar rivets through the back channel

(center mounting holes) and secure to the solid

structure of the RV. See Figure 16.

IThe structural backing (with skin) must be

0.4–0.5in. [10–13 mm] thick to accommodate

the Oscar rivets. Alternatively, structural screws

may be used to secure the back channel if the

RV has structural backing that will support at

least 100 lbf/in2 [689 kPa] per screw.

10. Replace the wiring cover onto the right-hand back

channel, if applicable.

11. Repeat steps 4–9 to complete the le-hand back

channel installation.

12. Connect the positive (+) 12 VDC terminal from the

supply battery.

13. Fully retract the awning.

6.6 Installing the Bumper Kit

Awnings longer than 21  require the installation

of a bumper kit. See “Optional Parts and Kits” on

page4.

1. Extend the awning.

2. Shut oﬀ the gas supply, disconnect the 120 VAC

power from the RV, and disconnect the positive (+)

12 VDC terminal from the supply battery.

20 Connecting the LED Light Wiring

q Back Channel e Bumper

w Swing Arm r Screw

3. Screw the bumper into the right-hand back channel

approximately 2 in. [5 mm1] below the swing arm.

4. Repeat step 3 for the le-hand back channel.

5. Connect the positive (+) 12 VDC terminal from the

supply battery.

6. Fully retract the awning to verify that the hardware is

nesting correctly.

6.7 Securing the Awning Fabric to

the Awning Rail

1. With power applied to the awning, open and close

the awning four or ﬁve times to allow the natural self

adjustment of the awning fabric.

2. Verify the alignment of the awning fabric, and the

proper nesting of hardware.

9100 Power Patio Awning Disposal

3. If there is misalignment, adjust the arm assembly:

a. Loosen the back channel and top mounting

bracket screws.

b. Align the back channel.

c. Re-tighten the screws.

d. Open and close the awning to recheck alignment.

21 Securing the Awning Fabric

q 2 in. [51 mm] e Awning Rail

w #6-20 x 7/16 in. Hex

Head Screw

r Fabric Edge

4. Verify the arm assemblies are still nested correctly,

then mark the location of the awning fabric edges on

the awning rail.

5. Pull on the opposite edge of awning fabric to stretch

it approximately 0.8 in. [20 mm].

6. Secure the screw through the awning rail

approximately 2 in. [51 mm] from the fabric edge.

7. Fully retract the awning.

8. Verify that the awning is secure for travel. Refer to the

instructions in the operations manual.

7 Disposal

MPlace the packaging material in the appropriate

recycling waste bins, whenever possible.

Consult a local recycling center or specialist

dealer for details about how to dispose of

the product in accordance with all applicable

national and local regulations.

LIMITED ONE-YEAR

WARRANTY

LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY AVAILABLE AT

DOMETIC.COM/EN-US/TERMS-AND-CONDITIONS-

CONSUMER/WARRANTY.

IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS, OR TO OBTAIN A COPY

OF THE LIMITED WARRANTY FREE OF CHARGE,

CONTACT:

DOMETIC CORPORATION

CUSTOMER SUPPORT CENTER

5155 VERDANT DRIVE

ELKHART, INDIANA 46516

1-800-544-4881

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